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Povidone Iodine

Povidone Iodine, sold as Betadine, is a topical antiseptic for wound and skin disinfection. This page covers the single Betadine product listed in the catalogue.

Betadine

Wound Disinfection, Skin Disinfection

10%

Povidone iodine ointment for wound and skin disinfection. It releases iodine that destroys microbes by attacking their proteins and cell walls.

From$49.33/ tubeView

Key points

  • Povidone Iodine is a topical antiseptic that kills bacteria, fungi, and viruses on the skin surface.
  • The Betadine tube delivers a 10% povidone-iodine solution for direct application to minor wounds and intact skin.
  • Purdue Pharma originated the brand; the same ingredient is available under other generic names.

Povidone is the active antiseptic ingredient in Betadine. The tube formulation is applied to the skin for Wound Disinfection and Skin Disinfection, reducing the risk of infection in minor cuts, scrapes, and burns. The product falls under Skin Care.

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